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Address: 13th Street, 13th St & Martin Luther King, Jr, Oakland, CA 94601
One of the most historical Oakland attractions, Preservation Park is not really a park at all but a district comprised of several Victorian houses that, over the years, have been restored to their original states. One of these historic Oakland homes, the Pardee Home, was home to one of the city’s first mayors and is...
Robert Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve
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Address: 6800 Skyline Blvd, Oakland, CA 94611
Volcanic debris has formed vast mountains in this Oakland park, which covers 660 acres in the Oakland Hills. One of the most famous peaks is Round Top, which is made up of lava and other materials from a volcano said to be 10 million years old. Millions of years of erosion and shifting deep within the earth have...
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Address: 672 Eleventh St, Oakland, CA 94607
This Oakland museum is actually a turn-of-the-century Victorian home that houses the beautiful collections and artifacts of the famous Pardee family. The Pardee Home Museum in Oakland’s historic district has been an official (and beloved) city landmark since 1975. The house is surrounded by beautiful gardens, and the...
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Address: Hwy 580, off 98th and Golf Links Rd, Oakland, CA 94605
In the vast hills outside town, this award-winning Oakland Zoo, features more than 300 types of animals living in carefully-recreated natural habitats, easily making it one of the premier Oakland attractions. The African savannah exhibit is particularly popular, with African plants and a waterfall providing a home for...
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Address: 2960 Peralta Oaks Ct, Oakland, CA 94605
Designated a National Historic Site, this house and its verdant grounds have become a landmark in the area. The huge Oakland mansion has 37 rooms, 10 with fireplaces, and was built in the colonial revivalist style. Though the interior is exquisite and the architecture stunning, the biggest draw is the intricate...
Lake Merritt Park and Wildlife Refuge
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Address: 552 Bellevue Ave, Oakland, CA 94610
In the urban jungle of downtown Oakland, visitors and residents have found comfort and beauty in serene Lake Merritt for over a century. Lake Merritt Park and Wildlife Refuge makes the most of this natural beauty, providing a sanctuary for birds and waterfowl that inhabit the lake and educating visitors about them....
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Address: 519 Eighteenth St, Oakland, CA 94601
Just a few blocks from scenic Lake Merritt, this Oakland ice rink caters to crowds of hip younger kids with its state-of-the-art sound system and modern music. Public ice skating is offered daily, and you will usually find a pick-up game of hockey going on. Food and snacks are available, and a party atmosphere makes...
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Address: Mount Diablo Scenic Blvd, Mt. Diablo State Park, Danville, CA 94102
The area has picnic tables with beautiful views. The Mount Diablo Visitor Center is open daily from 10am to 4pm.
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Address: 699 Bellevue Ave, Oakland, CA 94613
This is the oldest theme park for children in the United States and is said to have inspired Walt Disney to begin his theme park empire. The ten-acre facility has been around since 1950 and targets younger children, with bright colors, non-scary rides, and the depiction of popular nursery rhymes and fairy tales....
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Address: 999 Redwood Rd, Oakland, CA 94619
Especially if you’re the outdoorsy type, Lake Chabot Regional Park is one the Oakland attractions you’ll want to hit while you’re exploring the Bay Area. This exciting Oakland park is known for its adventurous trails and camping stations. Plan a bike ride or hiking trip on one of the many trails that weave through the...
